The best mouse for video editing and photo editing needs to take into consideration the specific needs of creatives. These include usability, handling, and productivity. Any mouse that enables users to quickly access common shortcuts is a big win. The Ergo Lift aims to do all this and more.
At first glance, the most obvious thing about this mouse is its design. The button positioning and functionality are very similar to the MX Anywhere 3S except for the fact that there's a raised ridge located between the side buttons and the main face of the mouse.
The resulting hand positioning takes a little time to feel natural and if your experience is the same as mine, some features you'll find impossible to get used to. This is a mouse that undoubtedly divides opinion.
If this is the first time considering a mouse like this, I would strongly suggest trying to borrow one from a friend or colleague first. That way, you can make sure you'll enjoy using it day after day.
Logitech Ergo Lift: Specifications
Logitech Ergo Lift: Key features
Ergonomic design
The Ergo Lift adopts a 57° angle, which Logitech calls a "natural handshake position." The idea is that it puts less pressure on your wrist and places your arm and upper body into a more natural posture. It also has a thumb rest to further reduce hand strain. The mouse is available in both left and right orientations, which is not always the case when you're buying a mouse.
Shortcuts
The 4 easy-to-reach buttons can be customized to your favorite shortcuts using the simple Logi Options+ app. These can be adjusted to be application-specific, which is incredibly handy for streamlining workflows. Examples of this include mic muting your calls to voice-to-text when editing documents.
Devices
The Ergo Lift makes it possible to easily switch between up to three devices. This is achieved through a button on the bottom, which toggles through the options. It's also possible to move files between devices thanks to Logitech Flow technology using Logi Options+.
Logitech Ergo Lift: Build & Handling
Material
The mouse is made of two types of plastic. The buttons and front portion of the device are a smooth white plastic that has been common on mice for decades. The second is a softer grey plastic that is located at the rear of the mouse and feels extremely comfortable in the hand. The material also helps with maintaining contact between hand and mouse thanks to its soft-grip properties.
Durability
The materials combined with excellent build quality mean this mouse is built to last. The buttons and scroll wheel require minimal movement for operation so these will last as long as you need them to.
Size
The 108 x 70 x 71 mm size and awkward shape mean you won't want to travel around with this mouse. It's designed to sit and stay on the desk and is a great fit for small to medium hands.
Logitech Ergo Lift: Performance
The performance of the Ergo Lift will divide opinion and, if I'm honest, I'm still very much divided too. I love the ergonomic shape that forces your hand into a more natural resting position. It feels good, natural, and is incredibly easy to move around. I didn't experience any hand discomfort while using it, despite not being used to this type of design.
My main issue is with the left and right buttons as well as the scroll wheel. These just don't sit naturally in my hand. On a standard mouse, my middle finger is located comfortably on a scroll wheel, whereas on the Ergo Lift, it sits more naturally on the right-click button. This made it feel very unnatural to operate.
The scroll wheel is also located at a 37-degree angle, which felt odd given that the resulting action moves a page up and down. It felt like there was a disconnect between what I was feeling and what I was seeing. I just couldn't get used to it. More positively, the operation of the buttons and scroll wheel is incredibly quiet. You'll therefore have no problems using this mouse in a shared office.
Unlike the MX Anywhere 3S, the Ergo Lift won't work on any surface. It therefore has to be located on a hard work surface and can't be used on glass or soft fabrics like the Anwhere 3S can.
Logitech Ergo Lift: Verdict
The Logitech Ergo Lift mouse is designed for users who want a more natural resting position for their house. The middle ridge and thumb rest force the hand into a comfortable resting position that limits handstrain. All of this is masterfully implemented. I was less of a fan of the location of the left and right buttons as well as the scroll wheel. My fingers didn't naturally rest where I needed them to. Having the scroll wheel at an angle also felt particularly odd compared to having it flat. The Ergo Lift is a mouse that will take a while to get used to but once you do, your hand will be grateful.
